Enduring Questions Face Grand Army Of the Republic
Evansville Courier notes veterans debate whether the Grand Army of the Republic should persist as members fade. Some insist loyalty to the flag and union keep the organization alive, while memorial duties grow harder to sustain. Thomas Post Indianapolis proposes methods to perpetuate the GAR ahead of the next national encampment.
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Evansville
Jamestown
Praade
Grand Army
Thomas Post
Indianapolis
Kokomo Invites Mayor Russell to Honor Escort at G A R Encampment
Mayor Will H Arnett of Kokomo invites Mayor Russell to join an escort of fifty Indiana mayors for the G A R encampment parade in Kokomo on May 19 20 and 21. Washington City would value the honor of Russell's presence in the procession on May 21. The Kokomo event marks a new parade feature anticipated to become permanent.
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Russel
Will H. Arnet
Kokomo
Indiana
Teadte
G A. R
Russell
Arnett
Washington
Bondsmen Settle in Trustee Hiram Sims Case
Arrangements by the two sets of bondsmen of Hiram Sims former trustee of Van Buren township provide for payment to Thomas C. Wadsworth the person named in the settlement. The notice outlines the completed financial settlement and the parties involved in the case.
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Hiram Sims
van Buren Township
Thomas C. Wadsworth
Nebraska Cyclone Destroys Property Kills Twelve
A powerful cyclone swept across Nebraska on Tuesday killing twelve people and damaging Bellevue College facilities estimated at 350000. The funnel cloud, described as a narrow, tunnel shaped formation, struck repeatedly, with villages sometimes escaping before the next strike. The storm’s power and unpredictable path left a trail of wrecked homes and barns across the region.
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Nebraska
Hfe
Bellevue
Local Dispute Averts Immediate Suit Between Citizens
Local men Lowery Cooper Walt s and Jonas Winklepleck met in the city Tuesday to settle a disagreement with Oliver BM. Vance and Ezra Mattingly report over $2000 in dues or the matter may go to arbitration and a suit filing to determine exact amounts.
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Lowery Cooper
Walts
Jonas Winklepleck
Oliver
Vance
Ezra “Mattingly
Knights of Columbus Annual State Convention Concludes
The Indiana Knights of Columbus state convention ended Tuesday with officer elections. Re-elected officers include State Deputy W. P. Breen Fort Wayne and State Secretary Charles J. Becker Logansport. Delegates named include Charles R. Duffin Terre Haute and Dr. Flynn Michigan City, with alternates listed. The national assembly will meet in August in St. Louis.
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Wayne
Charles J. Becker
Logansport
Edward J. O’reilly
Indianapolis
Walter Cronin
Rushville
Stete
Joseph H. Becker
Peru
Norman Patrick
Tell City
Charles R. Duffin
Terre Haute
Dr. Flynn
Michigan City
J. W. McCarty
Washington
Charles Korbley
Madison
M. W. Hanley
Berteling
Notre Dame
National Assembly
St. Louis
Gary
Father Vaughn
Opera House
F. A. Henelberger
Princeton
Thomas McWhinney
George E. Clark
J. B. Berleting
South Bend
J. B. Weber
W. F. Stanton
Elkhart
W. A. Regan
W. C
Joseph McGowen
W. J. Mooney
M. Garland
Marion
J. F. Rooney
Muncie
M. T. Hauser
Hugh Wickens
Greensburg
G. P. Kennedy
J. G. Grahs
Union City
George A. Lickenbaught
Elwood
A. E. Magers
J. D. Loughmiller
Nat A Hill showcases calm leadership as state treasurer
In his era as treasurer Nat A Hill faced a locked safe delaying warrants. He calmly wrote a personal $60,000 check to access funds while a clerk retrieved currency, then awaited a bank expert. He quipped about holding all money as officials teased the state house investigation.
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Nat A. Hill
Hill
Jack
State House
Grand Jury Indicts Several in Indianapolis Session
The federal grand jury, now in session in Indianapolis, returned multiple indictments including one against an individual named in the record. Authorities pursue charges and set next steps in the case.
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Stoma Fi
Seasion
Indianapolia
Vincennes man indicted in mail theft and obscene matter case
Har vey B. Hitt of Vincennes was indicted for sending obscene material through the mails. The case is of recent origin and lees were arrested several months.
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Reindeel Ener Pat Af Sn
Bloom ‘Post Office
Harvey B. Hitt
Vincennes
Hitt
Lees
REO
Woman Attempts Suicide After Domestic Strife in Vincennes
Mrs. Arms, wife of a B&O worker, drank poison with intent to kill herself. Neighbors and a neighbor's caregiver stopped her at the door, and doctors treated her until dawn. The couple, with a four year old daughter, previously moved from Terre Haute to Vincennes amid ongoing trouble. Relatives learned of the attempt by a Herald-Reporter call.
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Vincennes
Qad
Barton Arms
Estreet
Williver
Arms
Terre Hai Ite
Armsi
Joseph Streeter
Sit End
Terre Haute
Illinois
Herald
Pastor Baker to Leave Washington for Tulsa Exchange
The Rev J W Baker longtime First Methodist pastor will depart Washington in late May for Tulsa Oklahoma after the church official board approved a pulpit exchange with Rev Hart of Tulsa. Baker seeks improved health and plans to move with his wife and child. he has served nearly four years in this city.
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J. W. Baker
First Methodist Church
Washington
Tulsa
Okla
Te Church
Confa
Baker
Hart
Citizerd
Local Grocer Store Sells to New Owner in Linton
A deal to transfer ownership of the Evan Hyatt City Goods store in Linton was completed with J B Loughmiller paying for the business. Loughmiller, an experienced merchant, will move his family to town and take possession soon, with the groceries operation to continue. The agreement was arranged by Thomas D Stithnp.
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Evon Hyatt City Good
J.B. Loughmiller
Linton
Oughmiller
Wedney
Ash
Iby
Thomas D. Stithnp
Teachers Protest Bird Killing at City School yards
City teachers accuse students at the local school of killing birds with rocks, reporting numerous slain songbirds around the campus. They demand action to stop the practice and protect wildlife on school grounds.
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The
Herald
Black youths linked to dangerous rock flipper incident
An article notes the peril of "rock flippers" and calls police to curb the practice. A Saturday incident left Joseph Beck’s son struck in the mouth by small pebbles tossed by a flipper, highlighting the danger of the activity.
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Joseph Beck
City Council Debates Concrete Curbs and Sidewalks Plan
City council debates new concrete curbs gutters and sidewalks for several streets including east Seventh street petitioners win approval for concrete sidewalks. Engineer Faith pushes broader concrete work on unimproved streets while others oppose cost. A sewer project on east Van Trees and Thirteenth streets is referred to committee. Financial moves include advancing $2000 to light trustees with extra funds for boiler repairs. A county liability issue over medical services is discussed and a park land sale proposal is read.
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East Seventh Street
Faith
Board of ‘County Commissioners
A. L Donaldson
Council Chamber
East Vann i Trees
Hyatt
East van Trees
Smroot
Gardiner
A. I. Donaldson
J. W. Wilson
Wilson Woods
Portersville Ra
Iity Ielerk
Wilson
City finances report and fire horse purchase discussed
Tone 2 indicates no action on the second Commercial club proposal. April treasurer receipts were 12 266 88 with disbursements 2095 20 and balance 19 392 92. Light trustees reported April receipts 1417 26 disbursements 1344 23 and balance 169 23. Councilman Horrail urged buying a new fire horse to replace a sick horse at the west end station, committee to consider.
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Commercial Club
Horrail
West End
Summer camping plan eyed for river side site
A movement by local young men aims to establish a summer camp or club house near the river. Tents would stand in place of a house and the camp would operate all summer for clerks and business men offering day or week stays at a per time rate. A cook’s tent and beat table facilities are proposed for patrons.
Coughs and Colds Warn of Serious Outcomes
Foley's Honey and Tar marketed to prevent pneumonia and consumption starting from a cold. Warns that serious results may follow a cough or cold. Sold by Smith & Winton.
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Foley
Smith & Winton
Foley's Kidney Remedy Ad Promotes Urgent Use
An advertisement urges readers to take Foley's Kidney Remedy immediately if kidney problems are suspected to avoid Bright's Disease or diabetes. Sold by Smith & Winton.
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Foley
Bright
Smith & Winton
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Loa Shoes
SECRE
City Council
R. W. Willeford
J. Beitman
John Reinsel & Son
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